GERMS [3 Episode ZDoom Megawad] *17/03* UPDATE

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Re: GERMS *08/10 FIX*

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In this map (it was map 9 in the previous version, at least), I'm not sure how to advance.
https://i.imgur.com/RoeE9qZ.jpg
I have the yellow key but I couldn't find the trigger where to use it. By noclipping, I know I have to open up this bars first. But the switch is on the interior side. I could pass by crouching but that would be cheating obviously...
from the other side I cannot pass through here to reach it.
https://i.imgur.com/UPfgcUJ.png

In general, the mapset has some flow problems. Like the final switch that frees some Cyberdemons in the previous map in the final combat arena, it wasn't that particularly visible. Or in some levels there is a switch that open up a door for x seconds in some other room and it isn't clear what's happening (nor there is a clue to guide the player). Or textures that are doors and it isn't clear so you can miss it, it may seem obvious to you as you created it, but even if it has that side metal bars, it's a big level and it may not be obvious to the player. I would add a pair of flame posts flanking it.
https://i.imgur.com/6m2y7da.jpg

Or perhaps the most puzzling design choice, you use color codes switches in a totally different way that most creators do: instead of indicating that switch can only be used once you get a red or yello or blue key, it's a switch that can be used without keys and it means it will activate something that will help you in getting that color key.
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Re: GERMS *08/10 FIX*

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Turin Turambar wrote:In this map (it was map 9 in the previous version, at least), I'm not sure how to advance.
https://i.imgur.com/RoeE9qZ.jpg
I have the yellow key but I couldn't find the trigger where to use it. By noclipping, I know I have to open up this bars first. But the switch is on the interior side. I could pass by crouching but that would be cheating obviously...
from the other side I cannot pass through here to reach it.
https://i.imgur.com/UPfgcUJ.png

In general, the mapset has some flow problems. Like the final switch that frees some Cyberdemons in the previous map in the final combat arena, it wasn't that particularly visible. Or in some levels there is a switch that open up a door for x seconds in some other room and it isn't clear what's happening (nor there is a clue to guide the player). Or textures that are doors and it isn't clear so you can miss it, it may seem obvious to you as you created it, but even if it has that side metal bars, it's a big level and it may not be obvious to the player. I would add a pair of flame posts flanking it.
https://i.imgur.com/6m2y7da.jpg

Or perhaps the most puzzling design choice, you use color codes switches in a totally different way that most creators do: instead of indicating that switch can only be used once you get a red or yello or blue key, it's a switch that can be used without keys and it means it will activate something that will help you in getting that color key.
Have you pressed the switch near the crusher in Map09? that should raise some stairs to the upper level where the Hellknights are, and a way to advance in the level. I'm planning on making the switch a little bit more apparent, since it can be quiate hard to make out.
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And also the "door" with the barons face texture taking you to the yellow key card in Map09 is a secret, and not mandatory to complete the level. I'll flag the area a secret to make it less confusing to the player.

Sometimes it can be difficult to let the player know when a keycard is made available, so i just used the coloured texture to let the player know which key the switches affect, for example in map01. Any suggestions on how to better communicate to the player that a key is available? Hud messages for example?

And as always thanks for the feedback :lol:
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Re: GERMS *08/10 FIX*

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Lol, I passed by that part a few times, and it has even the flame posts and everything, but I never noticed the freaking switch.

In the end, I needed 40 minutes for this level. And that doesn't include 15 minutes going around searching for a way to advance :D
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Re: GERMS UPDATE *13/04*

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Screenshots from the new maps:

MAP10 - Ominous Insanity:
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MAP11 - Marsmallow:
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Re: GERMS UPDATE *13/04*

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Additional Screenshots:
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Re: GERMS [3 Episode Megawad for ZDoom] *28/09* UPDATE

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Looks awesome again
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Re: GERMS [3 Episode Megawad for ZDoom] *28/09* UPDATE

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Looks really good, Gonna check it out!
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Re: GERMS [3 Episode Megawad for ZDoom] *28/09* UPDATE

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Ive never been this butt hurt in a Doom WAD before. Here I thought Sunlust was hard, BUT DAMN! im playing on ultra masochism and it has taught me the new meaning of PAIN!
I generally try to get 100% kill on all maps, but I couldnt on some maps, just dont have enough ammo! I do say, the placement of cyverdemons and archviles can be out right EVIL, but I can not help to keep on going!
Cant wait to see the finished product and to see some of the doom gods attempting blind runs.
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Re: GERMS [3 Episode Megawad for ZDoom] *28/09* UPDATE

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willeatpants wrote:Ive never been this butt hurt in a Doom WAD before. Here I thought Sunlust was hard, BUT DAMN! im playing on ultra masochism and it has taught me the new meaning of PAIN!
I generally try to get 100% kill on all maps, but I couldnt on some maps, just dont have enough ammo! I do say, the placement of cyverdemons and archviles can be out right EVIL, but I can not help to keep on going!
Cant wait to see the finished product and to see some of the doom gods attempting blind runs.
Glad to hear you enjoy! New version coming SOONest™
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Re: GERMS [3 Episode Megawad for ZDoom] *04/08* UPDATE

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NEW VERSION ADDED (V1E)
also

..Decino played a map featured in the third episode of GERMS a while back! Here's the video
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Re: GERMS [3 Episode Megawad for ZDoom] *04/08* UPDATE

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makes a good horror-themed play though. added dark ambient music and played around with MariFX Shader, now its all dark and bleak 8-)
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Re: GERMS [3 Episode Megawad for ZDoom] *04/08* UPDATE

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(Sorry for my english, I russian) WOOOOOOOWW! I was looking for wads for fun multiplayer with mod krooglyi 1.0 or 1.1, and I didn't think that found so f##king good wad, THIS IS AMAZING!
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Re: GERMS [3 Episode ZDoom Megawad] *17/03* UPDATE

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New screenshots from GERMS_V1F :wub:
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Re: GERMS [3 Episode ZDoom Megawad] *17/03* UPDATE

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New maps look awesome. Do you still need to use the seperate weapons wad for the 64 weapons though? Since the weapons in the screenshots are the regular ones.
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Re: GERMS [3 Episode ZDoom Megawad] *17/03* UPDATE

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@TheMBmulti Thanks man, dats sum good ass shit! The 64 weapons wad has been discontinued for the time being to prioritize better compatibility with other wads. We may update the weapons wad in the future though.
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